Questions and Answers
What is the term for a muscle that inverts the foot known as?
What is the name of the muscle responsible for flexing the toes?
Flexor Digitorum Longus
What muscle is known for flexing the big toe?
Flexor Hallucis Longus
Identify a muscle that helps in foot inversion and maintenance of arch support.
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What is the correct term for the muscle that extends the big toe?
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Study Notes
Muscles that Invert the Foot
- Anterior tibialis: Responsible for dorsiflexion and inversion of the foot; situated at the front of the lower leg.
- Flexor digitorum longus: Functions to flex the toes and aids in foot inversion; runs along the posterior compartment of the leg.
- Flexor hallucis longus: Primarily flexes the big toe, also contributes to foot inversion and ankle stability; located in the deep posterior compartment.
- Posterior tibialis: Key muscle for foot inversion and maintaining the arch; positioned in the deep posterior compartment, supporting the ankle.
- Extensor hallucis longus: Assists in extending the big toe and plays a minor role in foot inversion; situated in the anterior compartment of the leg.
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This quiz focuses on flashcards that describe various muscles responsible for foot inversion. Understanding these muscles is essential for students studying human anatomy and physiology. Test your knowledge of terms like 'anterior tibialis' and 'flexor digitorum longus' to enhance your learning experience.
